Speaker
Mrs
Brennan Hackett
(University of Tennessee)
Description
The polyester poly(ethylene 2,6-naphthalate) (PEN) is an attractive candidate as a low-background material for future rare event physics experiments. The polyester exhibits ideal mechanical, electrical, and scintillation properties permitting its use not only as an active shield but also a structural component. Recent formulations have been developed which greatly improve optical clarity, reducing radio impurities, and aiding in production of complex geometries. In this presentation, we will provide an update on synthesis, characterization, and potential applications of PEN and PEN derivatives for low-background experiments. Examples will be provided on applications for future germanium-based ton-scale 0νββ experiments.
Author
Dr
Michael Febbraro
(Oak Ridge National Laboratory)
Co-authors
Mrs
Brennan Hackett
(University of Tennessee)
Dr
Luis Manzanillas
(Max Planck Institute)
Mr
Felix Fischer
(Max Planck Institute)
Prof.
Bela Majorovits
(Max Planck Institute)
Prof.
Daniel Muenstermann
(Lancaster University)
Prof.
Yuri Efremenko
(University of Tennessee)
Dr
Oliver Schulz
(Max Planck Institute)
Mr
Rami Rouhana
(TU Dortmund)
Dr
Markus Pohl
(TU Dortmund)
Mrs
Maria Corominas
(Max Planck Institute)
